The University of Western Ontario Faculty Association (UWOFA) is a union representing about 1,500 faculty members and 50 librarians and archivists at the University of Western Ontario in London.
UWOFA negotiates collective agreements, advises members on employment matters, handles workplace disputes and grievances, and advances the professional interests of faculty members, academic librarians and archivists.
In the broader community, UWOFA representatives meet with provincial and federal politicians to ensure members' voices are heard and reflected in education and labour policy decisions. As well, UWOFA strives to engage members and citizens through awareness campaigns regarding post-secondary education during general membership meetings, community events, contact with journalists, and town hall discussions.
Determining if you are a Member of UWOFA
Part-time Faculty Members: According to the Collective Agreement, if you are a part-time faculty member who has taught at least a half university course in two of the last three fiscal years, you are a Member of UWOFA. Individuals with Preferred Status are described in the Collective Agreement as those part-time faculty members who qualify as UWOFA Members but who are not currently teaching.
Full-time Faculty Members, Librarians and Archivists: If you have a full-time academic appointment, or are a librarian or archivist, you are a Member of UWOFA.
